Ajman : The 4th UAE Business Achiever Awards, organised by Pardais News Digital, were held in Ajman, United Arab Emirates, to recognise the outstanding contributions of Pakistani business
leaders and professionals across various sectors. The prestigious ceremony honoured distinguished individuals for their achievements, dedication and professional excellence.
The award recipients included Liaqat Ali Bhatti, Sector Head at State Life Insurance Emirates, for his contributions to the insurance sector; Rashid-ul-Islam Siddiqui, Head of Home Remittance Business at National Bank of Pakistan, for banking and remittance services; Ms. Shamaila Ahmed, Principal of Pakistan Education Academy, and Muhammad Atif, Principal of English Language School, Dubai, for their contributions to education.
Other award recipients included Dr. Zafar Tahir in travel and tourism; Usman Bin Raees, COO of Instant Cash, in the money transfer sector; Khawar Hussain, CEO of General Tech, in home appliances; Aamir Hassan, Chairman of Diyar Group, in the oil sector; Dr. Haji Muhammad Rafiq Pardesi in real estate development; and Dr. Hadi Shahid in finance.
Speaking at the ceremony, Ali Zaib Khan, Trade and Investment Counsellor, highlighted the longstanding friendship and cooperation between Pakistan and the UAE. He said the relationship between the two countries was an example of strong bilateral ties and praised the Pakistani community for its valuable contribution to the UAE’s development.
He further noted that Pakistani entrepreneurs and business leaders were enhancing Pakistan’s reputation through their hard work, integrity and professional expertise, while also playing an important role in strengthening economic and social relations between the two countries.
The event was attended by several prominent personalities, including Hassan Ibrahim Hukal, Chairman of the Pakistan Educational and Cultural Board; Hammad Pardesi of Giga Group; Iftikhar Hamdani, General Manager of Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel; Naveed Ahmed, Chairman of Super Fix , Syed Saleem Akhtar, CEO of Digital Vision; Shahid Khan Bangash, owner of Karachi Star Restaurants; Dr. Rahmina Zafar, President of the Sharjah Centre Adabi Forum; Haji Muhammad Yasin, Chairman of Pakistan Supermarket; Rashid Ashraf, Vice Chairman of the Pakistan Educational and Cultural Board; and Sameer Hadi of Hadi Group.
The ceremony was organised by Pardais News Digital, with Kashan Tamseel serving as the event organiser. The proceedings were hosted by renowned journalist Hafiz Zahid Ali and Tahira Rehman , who conducted the programme in a professional and engaging manner.
A large number of prominent members of the Pakistani community and business sector attended the event. Participants appreciated the initiative, noting that such platforms recognise professional achievements, encourage entrepreneurship and help strengthen trade, cultural and social ties between Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates.